What are the legal rights of grandparents regarding their grandchildren?

Nowadays grandparents are playing an ever increasing role in their grandchildren’s lives. But what legal rights do grandparents have to see their grandchildren, particularly if mum and dad decide to separate?

Free consultation with a Lester Aldridge family lawyer

The latest in the Lester Aldridge Life Matters series, this article written by Rosemary Sharp, Partner with Lester Aldridge, offers some comfort and advice to an increasing number of grandparents who only want to do the best for their grandchildren at

The mind body connection - New Forest Soul Whisperer explains

...if you have niggling aches and pains wherever they are in your body...

... if like most of us from time to time you just have that feeling that things are not right with you, you don’t feel good about yourself and you’re somehow not dealing with things as you’d like, you don’t know why

New General Manager appointed at Careys Manor in the New Forest

Award-winning country house hotel and spa, with three excellent restaurants, welcomes new general manager.

Careys Manor Hotel and SenSpa has welcomed a new general manager. Steve Woodrow, 44, has over 25 years’ experience in the hotel industry, having worked for premier 4* and 5* hotels both in the UK and abroad.

Steve comes to Careys Manor from the Solent Hotel and Spa in Fareham, where he was general manager for five years, overseeing a 117-bedroom hotel, 13 meeting rooms, and a 1 rosette restaurant and bar and spa. Steve

Secrets to survival and success of a New Forest high street business

Hassan Hicks optometrist and dispensing optician Lymington

Hassan Hicks is a long established private business. It’s a family owned, traditional ophthalmic and dispensing optician and contact lens specialist which also markets fabulous top quality spectacles, and has always been based in Lymington. NHS sight tests and private eye examinations are carried out by fully qualified staff using the most modern equipment and a warm welcome is always extended to new patients.

Business role model for success

Unusually, this isn't intended as a promotional article! In fact because they

Lime Wood New Forest celebrates International Women’s Day

Inspirational thoughts for individuals and organisations alike

Social enterprise companies Belu Water, Rubies in the Rubble and From Babies with Love all led by women are striving to make a difference in a troubled world whilst also making healthy profits. They serve as fantastic examples of how businesses can lead the way in many directions.

Lime Wood organised and hosted a superb evening for members of its Herb House Spa and other locals.

First there were fizz and delicious non alcoholic cocktails accompanied by delicious canapés, and lots of interesting chat as the

Four international awards for SenSpa's natural beauty products

New Forest based SenSpa named Best Value Spa Brand, with three products winning categories.

Luxury New Forest brand SenSpa, part of the historic Careys Manor Hotel in Brockenhurst, was recognised at the Beauty Shortlist 2019 Awards, winning won four international awards for its natural beauty products and brand.

The spa was named Best Value Spa Brand and won both the Best Body Butter and Best Scalp Care Shampoo categories. SenSpa’s Himalayan Bath Salts also won the Wellbeing Editor’s Choice category.

Perfect to use after a long soak in the bath, the Relaxing Therapist Touch

BHG Marine sale to Berthon's Lymington Marina

David and Paul Martin pleased with the sale of their family business to a fellow family-owned company.

During February David and Paul Martin announced the sale of their family businesses, BHG Marine and Willow Marine, to Lymington Marina, a subsidiary of Berthon.

The evolution will see all BHG and Willow staff retained and both businesses continuing under Lymington Marina, and the sale is a big positive for BHG which had been seeking a satisfactory progression for its long established family business.

A good night's sleep thanks to the New Forest's SenSpa

SenSpa’s new fragrance-led Sleep Therapy products help promote a good night’s sleep

A good night’s sleep is crucial for both physical and mental health, and a luxury Thai SenSpa in the New Forest is launching two fragrance-led Sleep Therapy products to help relax the mind and body.

We Brits love our sleep, but with busy lives, hectic work schedules – and a growing addiction to technology – many are struggling to get the full eight hours recommended by experts. A good night’s rest boosts communication skills and aids memory, creativity and decision-making.

Be ready for hay fever this season!Be ready for hay fever this season! If you get treatment NOW you stand a chance of not only reducing your symptoms once the pollen rises, but even not suffering at all - your body will build up resistance before the pollen strikes. Find out more from Homeopath Sue Leach of The Natural Health Hubhttps://bit.ly/2GKxWyD#hayfeverSue Leach of Lymington's Natural Health Hub outlines how getting homeopathic treatment for hay fever NOW before the hay fever season starts could help you suffer less – or even not at all

Turfcutters Arms Live Music Spring Summer 2019The Turfcutters Arms spring and early summer live music dates and line up is now confirmed. Plus, popular annual Spring Market Day is 5 May, and make a note of the weekend 2-4 August (earlier than usual) for the Turfs brilliant Annual Beer Festival - with an emphasis on different foods as well as beer and cider this year. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Hpn6ypThe Turfcutters ArmsLive music usually alternate Friday nights at the Turfcutters Arms East Boldre from 8pm

Força First Friday LunchA pick from our Events Calendar! On Friday 5 April: treat yourselves to a special Lunch at Milford on Sea Community Centre in aid of força - strength against cancer, the local charity raising funds to help those in the local community living with cancer, including the Nourish...by força programme for patients receiving chemo treatment locally.Two course lunch for just just £6 per person!--https://www.lymington.com/charity-events/806-forca-first-friday-lunchForça 14 Association #forcaagainstcancer#firstfridaylunchFirst Friday Lunch in aid of Forca Strength Against Cancer at Milford Community Centre on 5th April 2019.

Stair runners for spring - John Cooper CarpetsSpotty, stripy or whatever your fancy, roll out a classy, stylish stair runner on your staircase this spring: it will complement downstairs hard flooring, is comfortable underfoot and blissfully quiet. Check out the fabulous selection by Alternative Flooring at John Cooper Carpets.https://www.johncoopercarpets.co.uk/stair-runners-for-spring/A stair runner or stair carpet: classy, quiet and comfortable underfoot - see the selection from Alternative Flooring at John Cooper Carpets Lymington

Top 10 Easter Traditions Around the World – New Forest Cottages BlogWith just 3 weeks until the start of the school Easter holidays, New Forest Cottages bring us Easter Traditions from around the world. The New Forest is perfect for an Easter staycation and it is well worth taking a look at over 150 self-catering New Forest Cottages for you and your friends!https://www.newforestcottages.co.uk/nfc_blog/top-10-easter-traditions/Top 10 Easter Traditions Around the World Posted on March 11, 2019 by Laura Easter for Christians around the globe signifies the resurrection of Jesus, but for many, it also signals the beginning of spring, longer daylight hours, spring flowers and new birth, plus, of course – ...

Free glass of Prosecco with Afternoon Tea at New Park ManorEnjoy a FREE glass of Prosecco with every Afternoon Tea taken at New Park Manor Hotel until 29 March 2019. Admire the glorious New Forest views from the beautiful terrace or relax in one of the cosy lounges. Remember to book in advance quoting "Lym Afternoon Tea"https://bit.ly/2UXVVNxFree glass of Prosecco with Afternoon Tea at New Park Manor quote LYM AFTERNOON TEA when booking

Timeline Photos#ThrowbackThursday The paddle-steamer Solent turning at Lymington Pier. Whilst on board the Solent in 1897, Guglielmo Marconi experimented with wireless communication, successfully communicating between the steamer and equipment in the grounds of the Royal Needles Hotel in Alum Bay. This pioneering work led to radio and all the telecommunications we know today...

Celebrate Mother's Day at The HavenThank Mum this Mother's Day with breakfast or lunch with spectacular views of the Solent and Lymington River - perfect to combine with a stroll around the Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve! The Haven Bar & Restaurant have a special 2 or 3 course Mother's Day lunch menu available, served between 12-4pm. Booking essential!https://bit.ly/2CbwZv3Thank Mum on Mother's Day at The Haven Bar & Restaurant on Sunday 31 March 2019

Community Music Group "Together in Harmony"Together in Harmony music group for people with dementia and their carers: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays monthly in Boldre with music therapist Frances Attwood. Music can be so beneficial to people with dementia. If you know anyone who might enjoy this please encourage them to get in touch with Frances: https://bit.ly/2Ha8CCk"TOGETHER IN HARMONY" COMMUNITY MUSIC GROUP FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH DEMENTIA AND CARERS, 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS EVERY MONTH Community music

The myths of moving into a care homeLife in a care home can bring the end to deep loneliness. Colten Care share with us the most common misconceptions and reservations people have about living in a care home – and why, in a kind and friendly home dedicated to the individuality and wellbeing of residents, they are not true: https://bit.ly/2EXuQ81Heads of Care from each of Colten Care's nineteen residential and nursing homes share their experiences on the myths surrounding moving to a care home.

Mothering Sunday Lunch at the Balmer Lawn31 March is Mothering Sunday! Treat Mum to a mouthwatering three course lunch at the Balmer Lawn Hotel's Beresfords Restaurant which combines great service with good food made with local produce - and 2AA rosettes for culinary excellence! Find here the Mothering Sunday Menu and reservation details:https://bit.ly/2VQKUOPTreat mum to a Mothering Sunday lunch at the Balmer Lawn in the New Forest on 31 March 2019

Weddings in the New ForestThis Sunday bells should be ringing throughout the New Forest with many local hotels opening their doors for a Wedding Showcase afternoon. For those planning a wedding, this is an excellent opportunity to visit some of the New Forest's fantastic venues - take inspiration from our Weddings in the New Forest feature:https://bit.ly/2VtbgpH#NewForest#weddingplanning#weddingshowcaseOur guide to weddings and civil ceremonies in the New Forest area, including fabulous venues, caterers and details of other suppliers...

Timeline PhotosIt's World Book Day! #ThrowbackThursday this week takes us to the wonderful King's The Booksellers in 1860, two years after their arrival in Lymington High Street. John King first established the business in Yeovil in 1735, his son Charles brought the business to Lymington in 1805. Charles and his son Edward were both Mayors of Lymington. Kings were reputed to be the first to publish a cloth-bound book for a shilling - sold in great quantities in the late 1800s.

Mother's Day Lunch at The Bell InnOn Sunday 31 March thank Mum at The Bell Inn in Bramshaw with a delicious New Forest Sunday lunch along with a well deserved glass of bubbles for Mum. Advance booking recommended at this fabulous four-star AA Inn inn with AA rosette recognition: https://bit.ly/2HmqMjDThe Bell Inn New ForestThank Mum with a special Mother's Day lunch at the Bell Inn in Bramshaw.

Parents & Tots Coffee Morning at New Park ManorThis coming Friday, 8th March, Parents and Tots coffee morning at New Park Manor Hotel. Join the fun and enjoy coffee and cake whilst the little ones play at this luxury family hotel in the heart of the New Forest. Worth taking a look around too at this great family-oriented hotel, restaurant and spa overlooking the New Forest! https://bit.ly/2TsYwigParents and Tots Coffee Morning at New Park Manor. Make new friends: 9.30-11.30am, £5 per adult.

WIN A SPA BREAK FOR YOU AND YOUR MUM!The competition will run for 1 week until 27th March. To enter all you have to do is:1- Retweet this post and follow us2-Tag 2 friends who also have to follow us and retweet this postGood luck! https://t.co/MtZwqxQlIg

Slow down this March. Challenge yourself to use small scale, local solutions which respect nature. Here Lymington's Transition Group share ideas on how we can all protect our beloved local area, making a sustainable community for the future. https://t.co/3cRq8afmpP#Mondayhttps://t.co/WL1DuJg9Py

For those of you who were at the @nfbp event this morning (and for those who missed it but wanted to be there) about asking vs telling, why not sign up to receive my blog series on this very subject. https://t.co/RtU4cxD0er

Today is the #InternationalDayOfHappiness - so we want to say thank you to all of the carers, volunteers and friends who bring happiness, light and love to the lives of people with dementia.Every day, you make more of a difference than you could possibly realise ❤️ https://t.co/rfeSpOq3TH

Willow, Eddie and Dudley thrive on their delicious, natural & nutritious OSCAR Complete dog food, delivered to the door in all weathers by their owner Clare. Try a starter pack for £5 to see if your dog likes it & get your money back on your first order https://t.co/9wb2EJTFTJhttps://t.co/IidXr6E5EO

Many Mums will have more things to think about than Mothers Day treats for Sunday 31st March - however if you would like to organise a family outing which Mum will enjoy, consider a relaxed lunch at the Turfcutters Arms which is offering three sittings: https://t.co/rsLWBYXlIOhttps://t.co/aef1OfxeJy

#ThrowbackThursday to the late 19th Century: the Beaulieu Band passing the Montagu Arms. On 31st March celebrate Mothering Sunday in style at the Montagu Arms Hotel's 3AA rosette Terrace restaurant - book now:https://www.lymington.com/food-drink-events/3059-mothering-sunday-lunch (link to lymington.com in bio then see events calendar#NewForest #Beaulieu #Brockenhurst #motheringsunday #mothersday #montaguarms @montaguarms

Willow, Eddie and Dudley thrive on their delicious, natural and nutritious OSCAR Complete dog food including gluten and grain free varieties, delivered to the door in all weathers by their owner Clare. Try a starter pack for £5 to see if your dog likes it and get your money back on your first order.Read more on Lymington.com (link in bio)(Don't worry - they don't normally ride up front, this was just a photo opportunity!)#OSCAR @oscar @oscarpetfoodslymington #lymington #newforest

On Sunday 31 March thank Mum at The Bell Inn in Bramshaw with a delicious New Forest Sunday lunch along with a well deserved glass of bubbles for Mum. Advance booking recommended at this fabulous four-star AA Inn inn with AA rosette recognition: find out more including contact details on Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS calendar@bellinn_newforest #NewForest #mothersday #motheringsunday #sundaylunch

The Turfcutters Arms spring and early summer live music dates and line up is now confirmed. Plus, popular annual Spring Market Day is 5 May, and make a note of the weekend 2-4 August (earlier than usual) for the Turfs brilliant Annual Beer Festival - with an emphasis on different foods as well as beer and cider this year. Learn more: https://www.lymington.com/live-music/3240-live-music-turfcutters-2019-spring (link to Lymington.com in bio)#NewForest #EastBoldre #turfcuttersarms #theturfcuttersarms #theturfs #Beaulieu #Brockenhurst #livemusic #newforestmusic #pubfood

A pick from our Events Calendar! On Friday 5 April: treat yourselves to a special Lunch at Milford on Sea Community Centre in aid of força - strength against cancer, the local charity raising funds to help those in the local community living with cancer, including the Nourish...by força programme for patients receiving chemo treatment locally. Tickets are just £6 per person.https://www.lymington.com/charity-events/806-forca-first-friday-lunch#forcaagainstcancer #firstfridaylunch #fridaylunch #lunch #newforest #milfordonsea #milford #lymington #hampshire #strengthagainstcancer #forca #força #forca14 #força14 #forcastrengthagainstcancer #nourishbyforça

Life in a care home can bring the end to deep loneliness. Colten Care share with us the most common misconceptions and reservations people have about living in a care home – and why, in a kind and friendly home dedicated to the individuality and wellbeing of residents, they are not true: https://www.lymington.com/lymington/132-living/1044-the-myths-of-moving-into-a-care-home (link to Lymington.com in bio)-#carehome #loneliness #coltencare #NewForest #Lymington #Mudeford #Bournemouth #carehomemyths

Thank Mum this Mother's Day with breakfast or lunch with spectacular views of the Solent and Lymington River - perfect to combine with a stroll around the Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve! The Haven Bar & Restaurant have a special 2 or 3 course Mother's Day lunch menu available, served between 12-4pm. Booking essential!Find more details on Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS CALENDAR 31 March.-@havenbarrestaurant #thehaven #Lymington #NewForest #Solent #Yachthaven #MotheringSunday #MothersDay #mum #mothersdaylunch #mothersdaybreakfast #mothersdaybrunch #keyhaventolymington #naturereserve #seawall

31 March is Mothering Sunday. Take a look at all the great ideas in our New Forest Events Calendar, including lunch, afternoon tea, paddle to the pub, or even the circus! Be sure to thank Mum with a very special treat this year: https://www.lymington.com/events/lymington-events (link to Lymington.com in bio)#Lymington #NewForest #motheringsunday #mothersday #mum #mom #mummy #mothersdaylunch #mothersdaytreat #afternoontea #paddletothepub

The new General Manager at Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa is happy to be returning to the New Forest to lead the great team at Careys Manor which includes the 3AA rosette Cambium restaurant, Le Blaireau bistro and Zen Garden Thai restaurant, as well as the award-winning SenSpa.Find full details on Lymington.com (link in bio)#careysmanor @careysmanor #brockenhurst #newforest #senspa #cambium @senspa #leblaireau #newforesthotel #newforestspa

All things positive stem from a positive mind. But how to deal with those persistent negative emotions? Meet Tony Mills, respected “Soul Whisperer" who has helped people worldwide with a vast range of challenges from emotional to physical, and lives here in the New Forest.Learn more on Lymington.com (link in bio)@energeticwisdom #energeticwisdom #tonymills #soulwhisperer #newforest #emotions #challenges #NeuroPathwayRegeneration @energetic_wisdom

With just 3 weeks until the start of the school Easter holidays, New Forest Cottages bring us Easter Traditions from around the world. The New Forest is perfect for an Easter staycation and it is well worth taking a look at over 150 self-catering New Forest Cottages for you and your friends!https://www.newforestcottages.co.uk/nfc_blog/top-10-easter-traditions/#Easter #Eastertraditions #NewForestCottages @newforestcottages #selfcateringcottage #holidaycottage #NewForest #hampshire #thatchedcottage

31 March is Mothering Sunday! Treat Mum to a mouthwatering three course lunch at the Balmer Lawn Hotel's Beresfords Restaurant which combines great service with good food made with local produce - and 2AA rosettes for culinary excellence! Find here the Mothering Sunday Menu and reservation details:https://www.lymington.com/food-drink-events/3208-mothering-sunday-lunch-at-the-balmer-lawn (link to Lymington.com in bio then see Events Calendar)--#balmerlawn #beresfordsrestaurant #balmerlawnhotel #beresfords #newforest #brockenhurst #Lyndhurst #mothersday #motheringsunday #mothersdaylunch

31 March is Mothering Sunday. Take a look at all the great ideas in our Events Calendar, including lunch, afternoon tea, paddle to the pub, or even the circus! Be sure to thank Mum with a very special treat this year!https://www.lymington.com/events/lymington-events (link to lymington.com in bio)#mothersday #motheringsunday #lunch #dinner #afternoontea #newforest #lymington #mother #mum

Thank Mum this Mother's Day with breakfast or lunch with spectacular views of the Solent and Lymington River - perfect to combine with a stroll around the Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve! The Haven Bar & Restaurant have a special 2 or 3 course Mother's Day lunch menu available, served between 12-4pm. Booking essential!Find more details on Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS CALENDAR 31 March.-@havenbarrestaurant #thehaven #Lymington #NewForest #Solent #Yachthaven #MotheringSunday #MothersDay #mum #mothersdaylunch #mothersdaybreakfast #mothersdaybrunch #keyhaventolymington #naturereserve #seawall

Enjoy a FREE glass of Prosecco with every Afternoon Tea taken at New Park Manor until 29 March 2019. Admire the glorious New Forest views from the beautiful terrace or relax in one of the cosy lounges. Remember to book in advance quoting "Lym Afternoon Tea"@newparkmanor #newparkmanor #newforest #brockenhurst #lyndhurst #afternoontea #teatime #tea #englishtea #lymington #traditionalafternoonteaFind out more on Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS CALENDAR

#ThrowbackThursday The paddle-steamer Solent turning at Lymington Pier. Whilst on board the Solent in 1897, Guglielmo Marconi experimented with wireless communication, successfully communicating between the steamer and equipment in the grounds of the Royal Needles Hotel in Alum Bay. This pioneering work led to radio and all the telecommunications we know today...

Secrets to business success: Hassan Hicks ophthalmic and dispensing optician ​in Lymington is a long established family business that has always invested in top quality equipment and dealt only with suppliers it trusts to provide a first class service to its patients. Read more on Lymington.com (link in bio)-#hassanhicks #optician #ophthalmicoptician #dispensingoptician #optics #ophthalmic #Lymington #NewForest

31 March is Mothering Sunday! Treat Mum to a mouthwatering three course lunch at the Balmer Lawn Hotel's Beresfords Restaurant which combines great service with good food made with local produce - and 2AA rosettes for culinary excellence! Find here the Mothering Sunday Menu and reservation details:https://www.lymington.com/food-drink-events/3208-mothering-sunday-lunch-at-the-balmer-lawn (link to Lymington.com in bio then see Events Calendar)--#balmerlawn #beresfordsrestaurant #balmerlawnhotel #beresfords #newforest #brockenhurst #Lyndhurst #mothersday #motheringsunday #mothersdaylunch

Thank Mum this Mother's Day with breakfast or lunch with spectacular views of the Solent and Lymington River - perfect to combine with a stroll around the Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve! The Haven Bar & Restaurant have a special 2 or 3 course Mother's Day lunch menu available, served between 12-4pm. Booking essential!Find more details on Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS CALENDAR 31 March.-@havenbarrestaurant #thehaven #Lymington #NewForest #Solent #Yachthaven #MotheringSunday #MothersDay #mum #mothersdaylunch #mothersdaybreakfast #mothersdaybrunch #keyhaventolymington #naturereserve #seawall

Together in Harmony music group for people with dementia and their carers: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays monthly in Boldre with music therapist Frances Attwood. Music can be so beneficial to people with dementia. If you know anyone who might enjoy this please encourage them to get in touch with Frances: find details in Lymington.com (link in bio) under EVENTS CALENDAR--#Lymington #NewForest #dementia #dementiaaction #LDAG #musictherapy #dementiamusic #togetherinharmony #boldre

Life in a care home can bring the end to deep loneliness. Colten Care share with us the most common misconceptions and reservations people have about living in a care home – and why, in a kind and friendly home dedicated to the individuality and wellbeing of residents, they are not true: https://www.lymington.com/lymington/132-living/1044-the-myths-of-moving-into-a-care-home (link to Lymington.com in bio)-#carehome #loneliness #coltencare #NewForest #Lymington #Mudeford #Bournemouth #carehomemyths

Congratulations to SenSpa on winning four awards in the internationally acclaimed Beauty Shortlist Awards 2019, including Best Value Spa Brand and the Wellbeing Editor’s Choice! Full details on Lymington.com (link in bio)-#senspa @senspa #careysmanor @careysmanor #beautyproducts #spaproducts #beautyshortlistawards #beautyshortlistawards2019

In spite of the wind and showers, spring is definitely in the air and those of us with green fingers are itching to get out in the garden! Garden Designer Debby Lockey is back with some useful hints and tips on how to create a contemporary cottage garden - even in a small courtyard garden!https://www.lymington.com/lymington/128-gardens/867-contemporary-cottage-garden (link to Lymington.com in bio) --#gardening #gardens #gardendesign #contemporarycottagegardens #cottagegardens @debbylockey #debbielockeygardendesign #cottagegardening#Lymington #NewForest

This week Lime Wood hosted a special evening for International Women's Day. Social enterprises Belu Water, Rubies in the Rubble and From Babies with Love all led by women are striving to make a difference in a troubled world.Find out more on Lymington.com (link in bio)--#LimeWood #IWD2019 #BalanceforBetter#LimeWood @limewoodhotel #NewForest #LimeWoodHotel#HerbHouse #HerbHouseSpa #HHandCo #Lyndhurst #Hampshire#AngelaHartnett #LukeHolder @angelacooking @holder.luke @thepig_hotel/ @robinhutson @robinchutson@beluwater @rubiesintherubble @frombabieswithlove@internationalwomensday_global #internationalwomensday #iwd2019

This Sunday bells should be ringing throughout the New Forest with many local hotels opening their doors for a Wedding Showcase afternoon. For those planning a wedding, this is an excellent opportunity to visit some of the New Forest's fantastic venues - take inspiration from our Weddings in the New Forest feature on Lymington.com (link in bio)#NewForest #weddinginspiration #weddingbells #weddingdetails #weddingplanning #weddingtime #weddingshowcase #weddingparty #weddingstyle #weddings #weddingblog #weddingdesign #weddingseason #weddinginspo #weddingplanner #wedding

Our Lymington baby swimming classes are run from a fantastic pool in Elmers Court Hotel, located close to central Lymington and is easily accessible from Christchurch, Brockenhurst, Southampton and surrounding New Forest villages.

A spa pool – great for both babies over 6 months old and toddlers alike. Elmers Court Hotel offers great access with lots of parking. There’s an area for spectators (we know how much the grandparents love to watch). There’s also a separate café area with high chairs for the important after swim coffee

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LYMINGTON.COM: NEWS, EVENTS AND LOCAL INFORMATION

Lymington.com provides you with information about the town of Lymington and its surrounding area, including the New Forest National Park. Find here news, events, things to do and local information, including where to stay, where to eat and drink, as well as places to visit. The Lymington.com Directory provides a comprehensive guide to local businesses and organisations, with a search function enabling you find what you are seeking and a review function so that you can tell others what you think!

LYMINGTON: GEORGIAN MARKET TOWN AND FAMOUS YACHTING CENTRE

Lymington is a pretty Georgian market town in the south of the New Forest. The town's sheltered position on the western bank of the beautiful Lymington river has made it an important settlement since the Iron Age. For many years Lymingtonians have made their living from the sea or the river - as boatbuilders, fishermen, sailors and in past centuries as salt workers and even smugglers! Today Lymington is an internationally famous yachting centre with a population of almost 17,500.

SAILING IN LYMINGTON: PERFECTLY LOCATED FOR THE BEST SAILING IN THE BRITISH ISLES

It’s not surprising that Lymington is one of the “Best UK Coastal Towns in Which to Live”. Combined with accessible road and rail links north to London, west to Bournemouth and east to Southampton and beyond, as well as the car ferry service to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, the town combines practicality with pleasure; the perfect work-life balance. There are many excellent schools and a wealth of local sports, clubs and leisure activities.